OFFICE SPECIALIST - Div of Cannabis - Hemp Program (Upward Mobility)

Job Requisition ID: 47530
Closing Date: 06/06/2025
​Agency: Department of Agriculture
Class Title: OFFICE SPECIALIST - 30080 
Skill Option: UMP Certificate 
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated starting Salary (Effective 7/1/2025) $4415 a month; Full Range $4415 - $5926
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC028
Merit Comp Code: 

 

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

 

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

 

 

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for receiving, reviewing and processing the Hemp program applications
• Assists the Hemp Program with the gathering, tracking, monitoring and processing of information and documents regarding program activity, compliance, etc
• Acts as a liaison between vendors, direct service providers, licensees/registrants and the general public
• Develops spreadsheets, prepares correspondence and maintains data for the Hemp program
• Provides guidance and training to various cannabis personnel regarding Hemp Program systems and procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to two years of secretarial/business college and one year of office experience, or completion of high school and three years of office experience, or three years of independent business experience.
• Qualifying state employees in the Upward Mobility Program may complete combinations of specific proficiency tests and training programs leading to a certificate of proficiency in lieu of the stated requirements for this classification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers experience with presenting complex ideas in clear and concise manner.
• Prefers extensive knowledge of composition, grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Prefers extensive knowledge of arithmetic computations.
• Prefers extensive knowledge of office practices and procedures.
• Prefers extensive knowledge of manual and automated office equipment.
• Prefers working knowledge of agency programs, rules, and regulations.
• Prefers working experience to instruct, guide and train others.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires completion of a name-based background screening and self-disclosure of criminal history.
• Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties. Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in
  the job description

Work Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm Monday - Friday 
Work Location: 801 E Sangamon Ave, Springfield, Illinois, 62702  
Agency Contact: Bureau of Human Resources
Email: AGR.HumanResources@illinois.gov
Phone #: 217-785-5099
Posting Group: Office & Administrative Support

 

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